Academic Advisor - I

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking four Academic Advisor I – Boca Raton, FL. The College of Science Student Advising Services Office is responsible for providing general advising services.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree from an accredited institution in advising, counseling, orientation, student services, or science related field at a University or College level.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
Excellent customer service, organizational and time management skills.
Specialization in Higher Education Administration/Student Affairs.
Experience with student database software and degree audit software, prior use of Banner/DARS.

Responsibilities

Provide academic advising to all undergraduate programs within the College of Science.
Assist students with term-by-term course selection and the development of long-term study plans.
Guide incoming transfer students in determining course equivalencies and registering for courses.
Participate in college and university recruitment and outreach activities to support student enrollment.
Collaborate with colleagues to support student success and retention initiatives.
Maintain close communication with students, supervisors, and colleagues to ensure a cohesive advising approach.
Assist with Orientation presentations, Workshops, and College of Science events.
Provide information about educational opportunities (Pre-health, internships, graduate studies, honors programs, etc.)
Assist students experiencing academic difficulties by connecting them with appropriate campus resources.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, professional development seminars, and other student support-related meetings.
Provide cross-training for academic staff as necessary.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family)
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment.
For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).